The upper line in growth cha denotes what percentile of WHO reference standard: March 2005
Correct Answer: 50th percentile
Description: Ans. A: 50th percentile The growth cha recommended by the Government of India has 4 reference curves. The topmost curve corresponds to 80% of the median (50th percentile) of the WHO reference standard. Second, third and fouh curve corresponds to 70, 60 and 50% of the median. Area between 80% and 70% lines indicates first degree/ mild malnutrition.
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